Summary
- Release Year: 2004
- Genres: Adventure, Arcade, Fighting, Puzzle, Racing, Shooter, Sport
- Platforms: Nintendo GameCube, PlayStation 2, Xbox
- Developers: Backbone Entertainment, Digital Eclipse
- Publishers: Midway
Midway Arcade Treasures 2 (2004) Review
Midway Arcade Treasures 2 is a compilation of 20 classic arcade games published by Midway for the GameCube, PlayStation 2, and Xbox. It was released in 2004, one year after the first Midway Arcade Treasures collection and two years before Midway Arcade Treasures 3.
The games included in Midway Arcade Treasures 2 were not featured in the first collection, and they include some of Midway’s most popular titles, such as Joust, Defender, Robotron: 2084, and Spy Hunter. The full list of games is as follows:
- 720°
- Blades of Steel
- Championship Sprint
- Cyberball
- Defender
- Gauntlet
- Joust
- Klax
- Marble Madness
- Mortal Kombat
- Mortal Kombat II
- Ms. Pac-Man
- Rampage
- Rampage World Tour
- Robotron: 2084
- Root Beer Tapper
- Spy Hunter
- Super Sprint
- Total Carnage
- Wizard of Wor
The games in Midway Arcade Treasures 2 are all faithful recreations of the originals, and they feature the same gameplay, graphics, and sound. The compilation also includes a number of special features, such as game histories, developer interviews, and other documents.
One of the most unique features of Midway Arcade Treasures 2 is the ability to upload scores to an online scoreboard. This feature is exclusive to the Xbox version of the game, and it allows players to compete against each other for high scores.
The Xbox version of Midway Arcade Treasures 2 is also not compatible with the Xbox 360, so if you want to play the game on a newer console, you will need to get the PlayStation 2 or GameCube version.
Overall, Midway Arcade Treasures 2 is a great collection of classic arcade games. The games are all faithful recreations of the originals, and the compilation includes a number of special features. If you are a fan of classic arcade games, then you should definitely check out Midway Arcade Treasures 2.
Gameplay
The gameplay in Midway Arcade Treasures 2 is identical to the original arcade games. The games are all played with a joystick and buttons, and they feature the same gameplay mechanics as the originals.
Some of the games in the compilation are more difficult than others, but they are all fair and challenging. The games are also all very addictive, and they will keep you coming back for more.
Graphics and Sound
The graphics and sound in Midway Arcade Treasures 2 are faithful recreations of the originals. The games all look and sound just like they did in the arcade, and they will bring back memories for many gamers.
The graphics in the games are all simple and pixelated, but they are still very charming. The sound effects and music in the games are also very good, and they help to create a nostalgic atmosphere.
Special Features
Midway Arcade Treasures 2 includes a number of special features, such as game histories, developer interviews, and other documents. These features are all very interesting and informative, and they provide a lot of insight into the development of the games.
One of the most interesting special features is the game histories. These histories provide a detailed overview of the development of each game, and they include information on the game’s design, development team, and release.
The developer interviews are also very interesting, and they provide a unique perspective on the development of the games. The developers talk about their experiences working on the games, and they share their thoughts on the games’ design and development.
Conclusion
Midway Arcade Treasures 2 is a great collection of classic arcade games. The games are all faithful recreations of the originals, and the compilation includes a number of special features. If you are a fan of classic arcade games, then you should definitely check out Midway Arcade Treasures 2.
Review Score
8/10
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